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Chinese FM responds to question on what message China hopes to convey through a series of diplomatic activities as Putin, Trump visit China
Published: May 19, 2026 04:43 PM
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun

In light of last week's visit to China by US President Donald Trump and the upcoming visit by Russian President Vladimir Putin, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun, when asked about the considerations behind the visits and what message China hopes to convey to the world through this series of diplomatic activities, said on Tuesday that China welcomes President Putin's state visit to China. 

China and Russia are comprehensive strategic partners of coordination for a new era. During President Putin's visit, the two heads of state will exchange views on bilateral cooperation in various fields and on international and regional issues of mutual interest, Guo said. 

Guo added that China has already released information regarding the visit by the US president.


Global Times